POF Makes You More Than Just A Profile

Online dating has more than proved itself. We know it works. Few remain who doubt the romantic possibilities that can be found online.

Now online dating is ready to move on to its next challenge: making sure that online connections translate into real world dates.

POF.com is determined that its users will be more than just profiles, and has hosted thousands of singles events to prove it.

"Instead of painstakingly perfecting our online identities," says the POF blog, "wouldn't it also make sense to go out and meet people who are on the site, looking for the same things we are?" Well, yeah...I guess it would.

"While deciding between describing yourself as "empathetic "or "compassionate" on your POF profile, is it not equally important to show someone what your strengths are in person?" Um...now that you mention it...

POF has got a point. So in 2003, the site began allowing users to host their own events. The idea quickly caught fire, and some members are still religiously hosting events (even after finding long-term love themselves!).

POF events cover just about everything, from dog walks to concerts. They've taken place all over the world, and one had more than 4000 people in attendance. In the 9 years since POF launched its events program, more than 20,000 have taken place.

Yes, you read that right: 20,000.

Now that I've got your attention, here are 5 reasons POF says you should attend a POF.com event:

1. You'll be popular. Stats show that POF members who attend an event bring 2 or 3 friends along with them, creating a massive social web and the increased romantic possibilities that come along with it. No matching algorithm, no matter how technologically advanced, can beat feeling that spark with a friend-of-a-friend-of-a-friend.
2. You can put a face to a username. No matter how cute, sexy, or funny someone's username is, there's always a chance they'll be cuter/sexier/funnier in person. POF events help you meet your online interests sooner, meaning you can get to the good part faster.
3. On the other hand, you don't have to fall in love at all. Just because you've met doesn't mean you have to date. POF events are an equally good opportunity to meet new friends in your area and expand your social circle.
4. It's an excuse to get off the couch. The Jersey Shore reruns can wait. Take of the pajamas, crawl off the couch, and get out the door. Even if you don't meet your next date, have some fun, cut loose, and get to know someone new.
5. You'll be in the know. POF events are the perfect place to get the scoop on the latest hotspots in your area. And once you get the dirt, you'll know exactly where to take your next POF date.

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